With all of the fantastic amenities on a river cruise ship, from the fabulous rooftop pools and wellness programs to their exquisite cuisine and delicious cocktail drinks available around the clock, it’s tempting to never leave the ship! But as much as they enjoy impeccable service, we know that travelers choose a river cruise because […]
March 20, 2022
After a 2-year lockdown from COVID travel restrictions, Australia is finally open for tourism again! This has created a flood of inquiries for this amazing country that is also a continent. While here might be the temptation to cram all that you can into one trip, visiting the “Land Down Under” and experiencing all that it has […]
March 5, 2022
I’ve always loved ocean cruises. When our children were younger, my husband and I loved the large ships with the epic kids clubs where there was something for everyone in the cruise experience. Now that we’ve been empty nesters for a while, a smaller ship experience has been our new go-to. As I embark on back-to-back river […]
March 3, 2022
Imagine…standing in a hot air balloon, ascending slowly as the sun rises over the African plains. Skimming across the horizon, you lock eyes with a leopard perched up in the tree. A lion’s mighty roar is heard from far below while you take in the heart-pumping great migration…sometimes called the greatest miracle on earth! Nowhere else in the […]
February 26, 2022
If you’ve been reading this blog for the last couple of years, you’ve probably seen me write about exciting destinations or interesting travel tips. I know this month’s topic isn’t quite as thrilling, but it is NECESSARY to inform you about REAL ID, in case you haven’t heard. What is REAL ID, and why should I care? […]
February 19, 2022
I was in Scottsdale last week doing site inspections at some Virtuoso resorts, and it made me remember how fun it is to golf in the winter. I decided to dedicate his week’s blog to some of the incredible places in the world to golf on vacation. Scottsdale, Arizona If you live in a cold […]
February 5, 2022
Budapest is full of wonders, whether your reason to visit is to take in the detailed architecture, soak in the history, or enjoy the natural sites. One thing is for sure – you won’t want to leave without indulging in the delicious authentic dishes served throughout the nation! Your palette will be dancing with all […]
January 27, 2022
It’s long been on my bucket list to travel to Egypt, the Cradle of Civilization, but I was surprised to discover just transformational it truly was! This particular trip was a pre-cruise tour with several friends in August 2021. Our journey began at Giza (where you’ll find the only remaining of the Seven Wonders of […]
January 22, 2022
You might be reading this headline and think to yourself, “Is she crazy? I book hotels myself all the time!” Let me explain. This topic falls under the category of “just because you can doesn’t mean you always should.” I know you can DIY your hotel reservations. With the Worldwide Web at your disposal, you could […]
January 16, 2022
In the past couple of years, small ship cruising has gained popularity for several reasons. Have you have ever wanted to explore the world in style in a friendly and intimate setting vs. sharing space with 4000 of your new best friends on a mega-ship? If the answer is “yes,” small ship voyages may be […]
January 7, 2022
